Pliers: A Modern Man’s Guide to Tools
Categories: Learn
While man was blessed with nimbler, stronger gripping hands than most animals, they’re not quite small, or strong, enough for many jobs around the house. Enter: pliers.
How-to’s
The Screwdriver – A Modern Man’s Guide to Tools
Categories: Learn
A few generations ago, men built their own houses, fixed their own toilets, installed their own sprinkler systems, and grew unironic mustaches. Unfortunately, due to a lack of immediate necessity, these DIY tool skills have been lost on many of us. Our new series will teach you to correctly pick and use the best tool for whatever job you have to tackle.
Declutter Your Space
Categories: Learn
7 Ways Google Voice Can Make Your Life Easier
Categories: Learn
By now you’ve likely been swept up in Google’s overhaul of the e-mail experience with Gmail. Simple and intuitive it offers one of the best e-mail options out there. Now imagine what Google could do with the telephone experience.
A Man’s Introduction to Yoga
Categories: Learn
You may have a vision of yoga as being something only ladies do, but the practice of training your body and breathing has incredible benefits for everyone, the manliest of men included. Check out our guy’s guide to yoga and see if it’s right for you.
The Lost Art of Saying ‘Thank You’
Categories: Learn
Saying “thank you” with a big smile when you receive a gift or nice gesture may seem adequate enough but it’s not. A gentleman always writes a thank you note. In these days of instant communication, it’s easy to overlook the act of writing a thank you letter, or feel it’s overdoing it. We show you what to say, when to say it, and what to write it on.
The Anatomy of an Emergency
Categories: Best of Primer, Learn
You’ve daydreamed about being the hero a thousand times, but what will you do when an actual emergency strikes? Will you keep walking like everyone else, or will you have the courage to act? Separate yourself from the crowd by understanding how you can help before the ambulance arrives.
The 10 Minute Handyman: How to Fix a Stripped Hole
Categories: Learn
When faced with a minor home repair, the man lacking confidence does one of two things: ignores it or calls a repair man. Instead, earn a few man points by doing simple home repairs yourself. Here, we talk about the endemic stripped screw hole.
Get Your Email Under Control Like a CEO
Categories: Learn
Email has become such an integral part of our lives, sometimes it feels like it has taken priority over everything. If you want to be successful professionally and personally, you’ve got to learn to wrangle in the time you’re ‘checking’, and spend more time ‘doing’.
Talking to the Press: How to do Your Own PR on the Fly
Categories: Learn
Developing your personal brand is one of the cornerstones of communication, but it involves a little more than Tweeting. Follow the advice of this professional journalist to ensure your message gets out.
10 Ways To Not Look Like An Idiot As You Give A Best Man Speech
Categories: Learn
Giving a toast at a wedding is one of the greatest honors you’ll experience in life. With this comes a lot of pressure to be philosophical, nostalgic and witty. Follow these 10 guidelines and you’ll be remembered as the man with the amazing speech, not the guy they had to pull the mic from.
The Secret to Having a Commanding Presence
Categories: Learn
You know him when you see him – he’s the guy everyone notices when he takes his first three steps into a room. A natural leader. Is it witchcraft, or perhaps just a combination of simple body language tricks you yourself can master.
Decoding Body Language like an Army Interrogator
Categories: Learn
Facing down an uncooperative suspect, getting the right information may be a matter of life and death. Interpreting your bosses darting eyes or figuring out if the shy girl in accounting likes you is decidedly less serious, but former Army Interrogator and body language expert Gregory Hartley has got you covered nonetheless.
What Does Your Handwriting Say About You?
Categories: Learn
In a sea of emotionless texts and sterile emails, it’s easy to forget about the power of the pen. Find out what you can learn about yourself, and others, with the help of an expert handwriting analyst.
10 Proven Test Taking Strategies
Categories: Learn
Whether it’s graduate school, a professional certification, or the written portion of your motorcycle license test, exams don’t end after college. Utilize these strategies to guarantee a good grade, even if you don’t know all the answers.
Top 10 Pieces of Classical Music Every Man Should Know
Categories: Learn
Classical music is not only great for relaxing, it can be actively enjoyed as well. You’re in no danger of switching out Led Zeppelin’s box set or The Chronic for Classical Concertos in the Key of C, but if you’re thinking it’s time to deepen your musical repertoire, we’ve got the perfect launching point into the greatest hits list of classical music.
The Art Guidebook For The Modern Man
Categories: Learn
From advertising to architecture, art shouldn’t only be considered a medium of paint and canvas. For many men it seems inaccessible — though it’s everywhere. Except maybe your living room, because you’re a touch clueless on the subject. Never fear, it’s not as complicated as you think.
5 Dead Simple Grilling Tips to Get Burgers Like Your Dad Used to Make
Categories: The Field Manual
With summer bar-b-que’s gearing up in full swing, you’ll likely find yourself playing the part of grillmaster. Many a men think they know how to grill a hamburger and then offer guests dry pucks on buns. Serve up the juiciest, tastiest burgers with these couldn’t-be-easier grilling tips.
A Guide to Understanding Beer and How to Find New Favorites
Categories: Learn
So either you or your girlfriend has decided it’s time to stop ordering something that tastes like a fraternity’s keg spout every time you go out for dinner. Avoid switching to diet cran-cocktails by learning how the brewing process works, how those variables affect taste, and how to discover new favorites without blowing $8 on something you don’t like.
The Perfect Party: A Guide to Throwing an Unforgettable Bash
Categories: Learn
While we can’t officially condone getting ball-slappingly drunk and willfully getting your friends trashed, you can definitely glean some excellent party pointers from this wild party planner’s post. When the da Vinci of throwing parties wants to share his knowledge take note.
Primer’s Detailed Guide to Digital Audio File Types
Categories: Learn
While you’ve probably been converting your CD’s to MP3′s for years, we guarantee you haven’t been getting the best quality. It’s time to set the record — err — MP3 straight so you can finally listen to your crappy 90′s rock collection the way it was meant to be heard.
Becoming the Best Man and Living Up to the Title
Categories: Learn
Your best friend has just blackmailed you into being his best man and you’re freaking out. Don’t worry, it’s normal, but you should relax, we’ve got your back. Check out this Best Man survival guide and breeze through the wedding right into the reception.
What You Should Know Before You Buy Your First New Car
Categories: Spend
You’ve saved and scrimped and somehow found yourself with a big wad of car cash smack dab in the middle of a buyer’s market. Here are the facts, tips, and secrets you need to know before you slip behind the wheel of your first brand new vehicle.